Are You "In the Business of YOU"?

As a hiring manager for over 30 years in both large and small companies, I have interviewed hundreds of candidates and reviewed many thousands of resumes.

One of the most important things to keep in mind in any job search is that YOU, the job seeker – whether you are in transition, looking for that first job or employed and seeking the “greener grass” – are the CEO of your job search. YOU are the product being sold to the prospective employer and YOU are accountable for all actions taken (or not taken).

Over the last couple of years I have presented a program called, “Using Tools & Resources to Tell Your Story Effectively and Stand Apart from the Competition” to a number of Job Seekers groups in Northeast Ohio. I have also provided one-on-one consultations to nearly 300 people regarding their job search strategies.

This “In the Business of You” blog is a way to stay in touch with the growing number of people in my job seekers network and a place to post the latest and most relevant job search techniques. It will cover topics that include everything from building a job search team, resume construction, networking, and interviewing to negotiating terms of an offer.

I was laid off almost ten years ago after working twenty-five years for the same employer (sound familiar..?). I quickly learned that being the CEO of your job search does not mean you are in this alone. Just like any CEO, you seek out the resources that can help you most effectively accomplish your goals. I hope you will find this blog to be such a resource in your job search.

I welcome and highly encourage feedback and look forward to your questions and opinions.

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